Abbot George Burke (Swami Nirmalananda Giri)

  • Abbot George Burke , also known as Swami Nirmalananda Giri, is the author of "The Bhagavad Gita for Awakening." As a swami, he is a Hindu monk who has dedicated his life to spiritual practices and teachings.

  • Burke's role as an abbot suggests he holds a leadership position within a monastic community.

  • His dual name indicates his connection to both Western and Eastern spiritual traditions.

  • The title "Swami" is an honorific used for Hindu monks and religious teachers, while "Nirmalananda Giri" is likely his monastic name.

  • His work on the Bhagavad Gita, a central text in Hinduism, demonstrates his expertise in Hindu philosophy and his commitment to making these teachings accessible to a wider audience.

Books by Abbot George Burke (Swami Nirmalananda Giri)